THE PLACE: A museum-like loft in the exclusive, idiosyncratic Butterick Publishing building—a century-old low-rise in which each of the 10 ginormous units (which average between 4,000 and 5,000 square feet) is completely unique.

BRAGGING RIGHTS: With 6,000 square feet spread over three levels, you could probably house up to 10 typical Toronto bachelor pads in this place.

BIG SELLING POINT: Real estate agents often recommend condo hunters go for units that have at least one standout feature. It helps ensure strong resale value and makes a place stand out against all the glassy, über-modern condos across the city. Well, this red-walled, eccentric loft has dozens of standout features, including a wicked central staircase and Ferrari-red kitchen.

POSSIBLE DEAL BREAKER: Unfortunately, none of the curios—like the penguins in the master bathroom—come with the place. Once the mini museum is cleared out (a world-travelling collector lives here), you’ll likely end up buying ceremonial Bolivian masks and stuffed ostriches in a futile attempt to restore the space to its former glory.